AS various groups gear up for planned street protests this weekend, the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), in collaboration with its cybersecurity division, the Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC), has announced the activation of comprehensive monitoring protocols to safeguard against both digital and physical threats.
This proactive measure aims to ensure the safety and security of both protesters and the general public, while also preventing the spread of misinformation and potential disruptions to critical infrastructure. The DICT and CICC emphasized their commitment to upholding freedom of speech and assembly, while simultaneously maintaining vigilance against any malicious activities that could undermine public order.
The monitoring protocols encompass a range of measures, including enhanced surveillance of social media platforms and online forums for signs of incitement to violence, the spread of false information, and coordinated efforts to disrupt public services.
The CICC will also be working closely with law enforcement agencies to identify and respond to any potential physical threats, such as the presence of unauthorized weapons or planned acts of vandalism.
The DICT and CICC stressed that their actions are not intended to suppress legitimate protest activities but rather to ensure that these activities are conducted peacefully and responsibly, without endangering the safety and well-being of the community.
